The Batman: First-Look Of Robert Pattinson In Lead Role Unveiled

The Batman, an upcoming American superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name, stars perennially hot and handsome Robert Pattinson in the title role. Produced by DC Films and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, The Batman is being helmed by Matt Reeves. Giving eager film buffs all across the world a brief, early look at what Robert Pattinson looks like as Batman, the director shared a short video on video-sharing website Vimeo, which started trending in no time.

Titled Camera Test: the short video shows Pattinson as Batman as well as a short shot of his masked face and the iconic suit. The 55-second video does not show much, but we do get a small glimpse at a new Batman logo, which looks amazing and futuristic.

Pattinson takes over the role of Batman from Ben Affleck, who first played the masked superhero in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016). Previously, Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, George Clooney and Christian Bale have also played the caped crusader in the Batman series.

While talking to a leading magazine and entertainment website, Pattinson recently revealed that how he actively pursued the role, admitting it took a lot of time to convince the director he was right for the part.

Principal photography on the hugely anticipated big-ticket film kicked-off on January 28, 2020. Matt Reeves shared the announcement on his Twitter handle by sharing a clapper with the logo of The Batman.

Talking about the rest of the star cast of The Batman, the audience is going to see several talented actors on its ensemble cast, including Zoë Kravitz as Catwoman/Selina Kyle, Jeffrey Wright as James Gordon, and Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot/The Penguin. Peter Sarsgaard has been roped in to play the character of Gotham D.A. Gil Colson.

The Batman is scheduled for its theatrical release on June 25, 2021.